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Beige Mac DB15 male to VGA HD15 female adapter

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Boxwave 02902 Mac DB15 Male to VGA HD15 Female Adapter Beige

SKU CH-QXF4-K72W0

Converts a VGA monitor for use with a Macintosh via DB15 male to HD15 female connectors, supporting up to 640 x 480 resolution

  • Product typeAdapters
  • Convert VGA monitors for Macintosh use
  • DB15 male to HD15 female straight-pinned connection
  • Supports up to 640 x 480 pixel resolution
  • Molded beige adapter built for durability
  • C2G connectivity brand since 1984

Mac DB15 to VGA adapter

This beige adapter converts a VGA monitor for use with a Macintosh computer. It features a DB15 male connector on one end and an HD15 female connector on the other. The straight-pinned design provides a direct link between the two video standards. It is intended for users connecting legacy Mac hardware to a VGA display.

Sustained signal integrity

The molded construction maintains a stable connection during continuous operation. Signal quality remains consistent up to the adapter's maximum supported resolution of 640 x 480 pixels. No active electronics are present to degrade or amplify the signal over time. Performance is limited by the passive pin-to-pin wiring and the source output capability.

640 x 480 resolution limit

The adapter supports video signals up to 640 x 480 pixels, which defines its practical ceiling. Higher resolutions or refresh rates cannot be transmitted through this passive interface. The DB15 and HD15 connectors carry analog RGB signals only, with no provision for digital data or extended display identification. Users requiring higher definitions must seek an active converter solution.

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Price $14.99
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Product typeAdapters

Questions about this item

Does the adapter draw any power or generate heat during extended use?

No, it is a passive connector with no electronics, so it draws zero power and produces no heat.

What ports must the Mac and the monitor already have for this adapter to work?

The Mac needs a DB15 video output and the monitor a standard HD15 VGA input.

Will the 640 x 480 pixel limit of this adapter restrict an older multi-sync VGA monitor?

Most period-correct multi-sync monitors operate at or below that resolution, so the adapter matches their native capability.

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